Technical Sales Technician

Recruiter:

Network Contracting

Job Ref:

NCM002815/RMt

Date posted:

Friday, March 6, 2026

Location:

Cape Town, South Africa

Salary:

25000 Monthly

SUMMARY:
Are you a technically strong sales professional with a proven hunter mindset? A leading player in the battery systems and materials handling industry is looking for a driven Technical Sales Engineer / Technician to grow market share and secure new business in Cape Town.

POSITION INFO:

Company and Job Description:
Our client is a well-established and reputable organisation operating within the Battery Systems, Lift Equipment, Industrial Spares, and Materials Handling Equipment sector. With a strong footprint in industrial, warehousing, logistics, and manufacturing environments, they are expanding their commercial team to drive aggressive market growth.

This opportunity is ideal for a technically credible sales professional who understands industrial equipment and thrives on new business development. You will combine your technical knowledge with solution-based selling, engaging clients at a technical level while driving profitable revenue growth.

If you are motivated by commission, enjoy opening doors, and want to build long-term client partnerships in a high-demand industrial sector, this role offers strong earning potential and long-term career growth within a stable and expanding organisation.

Key Responsibilities:

Business Development (Hunter Focus):

Identify and secure new business opportunities within your assigned region.
Conduct cold calling, site visits, and canvassing within industrial, warehousing, and logistics sectors.
Develop new accounts and expand market share.
Generate, follow up, and close quotations.

Technical Sales & Solutions:

Conduct technical assessments and recommend appropriate battery, spares, or lift equipment solutions.
Provide product demonstrations and technical presentations.
Interpret client specifications and propose engineered solutions.
Liaise with service and operations teams to ensure seamless project execution.

Account Management:

Maintain and grow existing customer relationships.
Ensure after-sales follow-up and high levels of customer satisfaction.
Monitor competitor activity and market trends to identify opportunities.

Job Experience and Skills Required:

Education:

Degree or BTech in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering
OR
Relevant Trade Test (Electrician / Millwright / Diesel Mechanic or related technical trade)

Experience:

3 – 5 years’ technical sales experience within:
- Industrial / Traction Battery Systems
- Lift Equipment
- Materials Handling Equipment
- Industrial Spares
- Forklifts / Lift Trucks
Proven track record in new business development (non-negotiable)

Skills & Technical Competencies:

Strong understanding of industrial battery systems
Knowledge of electrical and mechanical components
Understanding of lift equipment and materials handling solutions
Ability to read technical drawings and specifications
Commercial acumen with margin awareness
CRM reporting and pipeline management

Non-Negotiables:

Own reliable vehicle
Valid driver’s license
Hunter mentality with strong closing ability

Apply now!

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For more information contact:
Riah Mthimunye
Researcher

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